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#LassaFever can be treated. Early reporting to a healthcare facility greatly increases the chances of survival.

Early signs of the disease include sudden fever, sore throat and general body weakness.

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#COVID19Nigeria update for Friday 30th of October, 2020.

170 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria:

Lagos-106
FCT-25
Oyo-14
Edo-7
Kaduna-7
Ogun-4
Bauchi-2
Benue-2
Kano-1
Osun-1
Rivers-1

As at 30th of October 2020, there are 62,691 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 58,430 discharged and 1,144 dead.
Our discharges today include 85 community recoveries in Lagos State managed in line with new case management guidelines.

A breakdown of cases by state can be found via covid19.ncdc.gov.ng

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Prospective corps members are urged to adhere to all #COVID19 preventive measures for NYSC orientation camp reopening.

#WearAMask always
Practice #Handwashing
Observe physical distancing

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe & healthy
#Measles is an acute, highly infectious disease with initial symptoms of high grade fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes & tiny white spots in the mouth.

Please report immediately to a health facility if these symptoms are observed.

Read more via: https://ncdc.gov.ng/diseases/info/M
#COVID19Nigeria update for Saturday 31st of October, 2020.

162 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria:

Gombe-54
FCT-35
Lagos-26
Ogun-12
Plateau-10
Rivers-10
Kaduna-4
Ekiti-3
Edo-2
Osun-2
Bayelsa-1
Imo-1
Ondo-1
Oyo-1

As at 31st of October 2020, there are 62,853 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 58,675discharged and 1,132 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng


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#COVID19 is primarily spread via respiratory droplets from infected people.

A face shield alone cannot protect you.
Remember to always #WearAMask  when in public places & maintain physical distance.

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#COVID19Nigeria update for Sunday 1st of November , 2020.

111 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria:

Lagos-49
FCT-30
Rivers-11
Plateau-10
Ogun-4
Kaduna-3
Oyo-3
Osun-1

As at 1st November 2020, there are 62,964 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 58,790 discharged and 1,146 dead.
Our discharges today include 90 community recoveries in Lagos State managed in line with new case management guidelines.

A breakdown of cases by state can be found via covid19.ncdc.gov.ng

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WEARING a face mask INCORRECTLY is as good as NOT wearing a mask AT ALL.

#WearAMask 😷 properly:
Covering your nose & mouth
No gaps
Secured with straps

Remember, a face mask is a personal item & must not be shared.

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It is better to do "over-syllabus" than to do "if I had known"

#TakeResponsibility to limit the spread of #COVID19;
Cough/ sneeze into your elbow or disposable tissue
Dispose used tissue into a waste bin
#WashYourHands  frequently with soap & running water
#COVID19Nigeria update for Monday 2nd of November , 2020.

72 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria:

Lagos-51
FCT-6
Ogun-4
Kaduna-3
Niger-2
Ondo-2
Plateau-2
Katsina-1
Oyo-1

As at 2nd November 2020, there are 63,036 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 59,328 discharged and 1,147 dead.
Our discharges today include 460 community recoveries in Oyo State and 51 community recoveries in Lagos State managed in line with guidelines.

A breakdown of cases by state can be found via covid19.ncdc.gov.ng

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A sudden loss of taste & smell with fever, headache or runny nose may be #COVID19.

Please do not ignore these symptoms. Call your state hotline immediately to arrange for a test.

State hotlines: covid19.ncdc.gov.ng/contact/
#COVID19Nigeria update for Tuesday 3rd November , 2020.

137 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria:

Lagos-60
Abia-21
FCT-18
Rivers-13
Kaduna-5
Oyo-4
Edo-3
Delta-2
Imo-2
Kano-2
Ogun-2
Bauchi-1
Gombe-1
Nasarawa-1
Niger-1
Osun-1

As at 3rd November 2020, there are 63,173 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, 59,634 discharged and 1,151 dead.

A breakdown of cases by State can be found via: https://covid19.ncdc.gov.ng


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Use your face mask properly:

#WashYourHands before wearing your face mask
Ensure it covers your nose and mouth
Do not wear it under your nose or chin
Do not share your face mask
Wash your cloth face mask
Dispose medical mask properly after use

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Schools should ensure:
Provision of adequate protective equipment & training for staff at sickbay

Safe disposal of waste from sickbay to prevent #COVID19 infection

Link to free online IPC course: https://elearning.ncdc.gov.ng/courses/infection-prevention-and-control-for-covid-19/

#TakeResponsibility to stay safe as school reopens.
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Follow the Nigerian Government’s guideline for international travel into Nigeria:

Test negative for a #COVID19 PCR test not more than 120 hours before travel
Self-isolate for 7 days on arrival
Take a repeat #COVID19 PCR test 7 days after arrival

#StaySafe